Explores soft and gas permeable contact lens fitting philosophies, tolerances, and designs. Develops the student’s patient evaluation skills, patient training skills, and skills for evaluating the fit and verification of contact lenses. Introduces presbyopic, pediatric and extended wear options.

Lecture Hours: Lecture 3 hours per week.
Recitation and Laboratory Hours: Laboratory 2 hours per week.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisites: OPT 273 or equivalent.

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